Director of Nursing Job at Defining Wellness Centers, Meridian, MS

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  • Defining Wellness Centers
  • Meridian, MS

Job Description

Defining Wellness Centers is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing to lead our nursing team in providing exceptional care to our clients.

Responsibilities

- Supervise nursing staff

- Oversee nursing training, assignment/orientation of new staff to nursing

- Serve as a mentor for nurses

- Conduct department documentation related to medical services, including but not limited to: MARS, medication disposal, prescription refills, policies & procedures, medical profiles, chart reviews, and incident reports

- Keep up to date on Substance Abuse and Mental Health Evidence-Based Practice Nursing

- Directly, and through subordinate staff, supervise the assessment and monitoring of all newly arrived clients

- Review all medical documentation and conduct regular quality assurance and quality improvement reviews to ensure that all appropriate record-keeping is performed on a timely basis

- Assess and evaluate staff; develop methods to use and enhance strengths and to isolate and minimize weaknesses

- Act as a liaison with families when there is a medical concern

- Conduct medical department meetings

- Manage schedules for all nursing staff

- Ensure Nursing Manual is updated as needed and meets compliance with DMH and The Joint Commission

- Approve all admissions through Pre Decision form before the client is enrolled

- Fill in on shifts that are not covered as needed

- Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or Physician

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree (BSN)

- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi (required)

- A minimum of one year work experience in management/administration

- Preferred two year work experience in substance abuse and/or in an inpatient setting

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Nurse management: 1 year (Required)
  • Substance Abuse: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • RN License (Required)

Work Location: Brandon, MS 39047

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Shift work,

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